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Peaks Island Radio

Peaks Island Radio

Chris helps you connect with the island community featuring conversations with islanders, reports from events, and interviews relevant to Peaks Island.

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00:59:45

Southern Maine Author Caitlin Wahrer discusses her...

Peaks Island Radio ·

2021/06/14

If you like crime dramas and you like stories set in Maine, our guest today has written the perfect book for you. It’s called The Damage, and it’s written by Caitlin Wahrer. Caitlin lives in Southern Maine, she’s a former lawyer, an author, and also a friend. The Damage is her first novel and it’s published by Penguin Random House. It’s available at all major booksellers, as well as our local bookshops including Print, which is where I ordered my copy. In this conversation, Caitlin and I talk about

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01:04:05

What's at Stake in the Charter Commission Election: A...

Peaks Island Radio ·

2021/06/07

Portland holds City Charter Commission elections on Tuesday June 8, 2021. Voting takes place in the Community Center from 6:45 am until 8:00 pm. I spoke with Peter McLaughlin of the Peaks Island Council about what the issues are in this seemingly run-of-the-mill process. As it turns out - quite a lot. From whether to strengthen the mayor's role to how city council districts are apportioned and more, the Charter is our City's founding document. If you want to hear from the candidates

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01:02:51

Weekend Breakfast: Island Trails with Steve Bushey

Peaks Island Radio ·

2021/02/06

This week, Chris talks with Steve Bushey, Peaks Islander and co-owner of Map Adventures (mapadventures.com) about his life in cartography, Peaks Island trails, island forest history, and more. Stay tuned for Trail Talks in 5-10 minute episodes throughout the day on Peaks Island Radio. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peaksislandradio/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peaksislandradio/support

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00:03:16

Island Update: CBL Weighs Priority Boarding, new...

Peaks Island Radio ·

2021/01/24

Catch up on what's happening on Peaks and in Portland with a quick rundown of this week's events. Plus, I share details on a revamped Weekend Breakfast program helping you get to know your neighbors on the island and in Portland as we explore topics and issues that matter for island living. Join me for 'Weekend Breakfast' Sundays at 8:00 a.m. on air at 1700 AM, or online via Live365 app, smart speaker, or peaksislandradio.com - and while you're at it, check out our newly revamped, easier to explore

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00:57:02

Trunk Show - 'Making of' and Full Show

Peaks Island Radio ·

2020/12/02

The island's own Heather Murdoch Curry and Jo Israelson wrote a play about Peaks Island in the 1920s including the Gem Theatre, lots of island history, and the story of two sisters trying to follow their dreams. The first 20 minutes is a narrated conversation with the writers and two members of the cast and crew about what went into producing this drama during the pandemic. Following the conversation, listen to the full radio drama. For the playbill featuring cast and crew, click here

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00:26:03

INTERVIEW: Dan and Sarah of the Hedgehouse Band

Peaks Island Radio ·

2020/08/14

Dan Cuetera and Sarah Goodman Cuetera join me to discuss their band, the Hedgehogs (Hedgehouse when they're on island), their musical history, and what's in store at their porch concert this weekend. Listen to the interview and then head on down to for some fun, danceable music at 97 Brackett Ave on August 15th from 4-5:30 pm in benefit of the Peaks Island Library. Check out more at peaksislandradio.com and follow the Hedgehogs at www.facebook.com/TheHedgehogsBand --- Send in a voice message:

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00:05:48

Island Update: Week of July 12, 2020

Peaks Island Radio ·

2020/07/11

This week's episode features details about Maine's primary elections, the City's new "land side" project for Peaks, a planning board meeting dealing with a redrafted Land Use Code, and municipal office nominations. Subscribe in your favorite podcast app for free and get automatic updates each week, or subscribe to our email list and get an email with each week's update by clicking here. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peaksislandradio/message Support this

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00:14:47

Island Update: PeaksFest 2020

Peaks Island Radio ·

2020/06/19

As Peaks Island Radio turns 1 year old, I am pleased to speak with Faith York about the island's TWENTY YEAR tradition of PeaksFest. We talk about PeaksFest's origins and what to expect for PeaksFest 2020 from June 19-21. For more information, check out peaksfest.wordpress.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peaksislandradio/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peaksislandradio/support

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00:37:40

Jim Lausier Talks Gardening

Peaks Island Radio ·

2020/05/09

Jim Lausier's April 29, 2020 talk on Peaks Island Radio, sponsored by the Friends of the Peaks Island Library. Jim covers a range of topics specific to Peaks and took listener questions as well. Any gardener will find some valuable tips and inspiration here! Please note that the live conversation was one hour. For technical reasons, the first 20 minutes were unusable as recorded. This podcast joins at that point. For more episodes, visit peaksislandradio.com or subscribe in your preferred podcast

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00:05:03

PIR Weekly Update: March 8, 2020

Peaks Island Radio ·

2020/03/08

In this episode, four community events you won't want to miss and the Marot Memo on the joys of outside boat rides. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peaksislandradio/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peaksislandradio/support

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00:07:53

PIR Weekly Update March 2, 2020

Peaks Island Radio ·

2020/03/01

In this week's episode, there are three events in our community calendar, and I discuss this week's presidential primary. I don't endorse a candidate, but I do endorse a way of thinking about our role in parties in this week's Marot Memo. Like the podcast? Please consider subscribing to help us sustain our online podcast and stream! Click below to make a monthly donation. Every amount helps. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peaksislandradio/message Support this

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00:03:44

Peaks Island Radio Weekly Update for February 26, 2020

Peaks Island Radio ·

2020/02/26

Here’s this week’s rundown of events happening on the island. For more, listen on AM 1700 or peaksislandradio.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peaksislandradio/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peaksislandradio/support

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00:07:57

Marot Memo: Ode to the VCR

Peaks Island Radio ·

2020/02/16

Here’s this week’s rundown of events on Peaks, plus my ode to the VCR in this week’s commentary. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peaksislandradio/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peaksislandradio/support

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00:38:36

Jan 19, 2020: Belinda Ray on City Council Priorities...

Peaks Island Radio ·

2020/01/19

This week marks the beginning of a monthly conversation with Belinda Ray about city council issues and priorities with a particular focus on issues relevant to Peaks Islanders. This week, we discuss the City Council's Priority setting session that focuses all committees on top priorities that include housing, public transit, and easing the tax burden on city residents. If you have questions for Belinda Ray for February's talk, please email me at chris@peaksislandradio.com by February 10th. ---

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00:19:06

Weekend Breakfast: Cheryl and Hadley - Trivia Night

Peaks Island Radio ·

2020/01/05

This week, Cheryl and Hadley stop by to discuss Trivia Night at the Legion, how they got into trivia, and what you can expect if you stop by for trivia night, Thursday at 6pm at the Legion Hall. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peaksislandradio/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peaksislandradio/support

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00:52:15

Weekend Breakfast 10/13/2019 feat. Mira Ptacin Author...

Peaks Island Radio ·

2019/10/13

Mira Ptacin joins me in the studio to talk about her book The In Betweens - a book about the Spiritualist community at Camp Etna outside of Bangor. Our discussion ranges from the paranormal, to faith, to neuroscience. Want to be part of the show? Share your ideas or your favorite weekend breakfast foods by emailing me at chris@peaksislandradio.com, posting to our facebook page, or leaving a voicemail and we'll feature your delicious day starters on the air. You can call our voicemail line at

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01:00:21

Perry Sutherland Talks Gardening at Friends of the...

Peaks Island Radio ·

2019/08/25

This is a talk from this spring when Perry Sutherland appeared at the Peaks Island Library to discuss gardening on Peaks. His presentation includes helpful tips, entertaining stories, and responses to listener's specific gardening questions. Truly a "gardener for all seasons" Perry gives you growing tips and suggestions on what to do with your bounty. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peaksislandradio/message Support this podcast:

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01:11:58

Local Talk: An Interview with Aruan Ortiz

Peaks Island Radio ·

2019/08/21

Aruan Ortiz has been coming out to Peaks Island to visit family for twelve years - somehow managing to fly under the radar despite being an internationally accomplished pianist and composer. He stopped by Peaks Island Radio to talk about his life's work and shared some of his music with us. If you want to learn more about Aruan or purchase some of his music, visit aruan-ortiz.com, check out his facebook page, Twitter, or Instagram. --- Send in a voice message:

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